1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
